Wilen is currently CEO of Canton Woods, part of Chene & Cie, the leading supplier of French and American oak products to the wine business. He has more than 20 years experience in the drinks industry, having worked for Finnish spirits company, Alko, and then Jim Beam Brands in the US. He will take up his position at Allied Domecq on June 24.
US: Allied Domecq names new US chief
Drinks group, Allied Domecq, has named Tom Wilen as the new chief of its North American spirits business. He replaces Todd Martin who resigned in December amid disagreements over price rises.